Am I A Bad Feminist Analysis

Since the beginning of time, women have been regarded and distinguished as inferior subjects; sub-humans, unworthy of true social and economic equality. In other words, women are on the bottom of the social pyramid, and the purpose of their existence as to society, is to fulfill the necessities of men. Even in modern times, women in America are taken advantage of; mentally, physically, economically and surprising enough, sexually. Many may argue, that times have changed and that women are considered equal in today’s society. But is that really true? Take for instance catcalling, a serious epidemic of which women have dealt with for quite some now. Hence, it is hard for any female to walk down the street without facing vile and unseemly remarks …show more content…
In some perspectives this can be seen as true. Matter of fact, some women event take these “compliments” as a way to boost their self-esteem. For instance, in the blunt article written by Paris Lees for Vice, titled I Love Wolf Whistles and Catcalls; Am I a Bad Feminist? , the author audaciously details her perspective on the beauty of catcalling. By stating “I love catcalls. I love car toots. I love random men shouting, “Hello, beautiful!” as if my mere presence just made their day. I like being called "princess" and ignoring them as I giggle inside.” Overall, Paris along with other women seem to enjoy this attention. HOWEVER, the same cannot be said for the rest of the female population. As can be shown by a survey conducted by YouGov, documenting that 72% of Americans answered never when asked “Do you think it is ever appropriate to make a catcall, which is defined as making a whistle, shout, or comment of a sexual nature too someone passing by?”. Therefore, as ruled by a majority, catcalling is not acceptable. Which is yet again proven in a similar survey by YouGov asking participants this question; “Do you consider catcalls to be complimentary, or harassment?” 55% answered harassment, thus proving that the majority is discomfited. And since we live in a democracy, the majority always rules. So why can’t the …show more content…
Isn’t it amazing how it took over a hundred years for the government to realize that women deserved the right to vote? Keeping that in mind, to what extent do you think it will take for the U.S government to come to the acknowledgment that catcalling ought to be illegalized? As far as anyone is concerned, awhile, because we have some individuals who believe that the regulation of catcalling would do more harm than good. In the perspective of a man, that can be true. Since that no longer, will they be able to tell a girl how good she looks; that really sucks. However in the perspective of a minority, not really; the illegalization of catcalling would give women, the confidence to walk down any street, in any outfit without having to fear about being groped, followed or raped. Frankly, on the off chance that you haven't encountered this type of interaction, in all likelihood you won't see the relevance for it's regulation. However, imagine if that was your child, sister, mother or aunt being looked upon that way? How would you feel knowing that they are in danger of sexual and verbal harassment? To conclude, America is a county where citizens are given as much rights as possible, however there comes a point in time where you have to draw the line on what’s wrong and right; catcalling as far as the majority knows it’s wrong. The same may not be said in a 100 years, but rather